Persian Gulf War

Definition

A conflict between Iraq and a coalition force from 35 nations led by the United States aimed at liberating Kuwait after its invasion by Iraq under Saddam Hussein.

Related terms

Saddam Hussein: He was an Iraqi politician who served as Prime Minister from July 1979 until April 2003. He led Iraq during conflicts like Iran-Iraq war and Persian Gulf War.

Coalition Forces: This refers to a group of nations that join together for a common cause. In the context of the Persian Gulf War, it was to liberate Kuwait from Iraq.

Operation Desert Storm: The combat phase of the Persian Gulf War in which coalition forces went on an offensive against Iraq to liberate Kuwait.